Total Expenses for Health Care and Social Assistance, All Establishments
EXP62ALLEST144QNSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
906,615.00
Year-over-Year Change
28.35%
Date Range
1/1/2009 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend measures total expenses for the health care and social assistance industry in the United States. It provides insight into the financial health and spending patterns of a critical sector of the economy.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The Total Expenses for Health Care and Social Assistance, All Establishments metric tracks the aggregated operating costs for businesses in the health care and social assistance industries. This data point is useful for analyzing industry profitability, productivity, and economic conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected through quarterly surveys of U.S. businesses.
Historical Context
Policymakers and industry analysts use this metric to assess the financial state of the health care sector and its potential impacts on the broader economy.
Key Facts
- Health care and social assistance is a $2.4 trillion industry in the U.S.
- Expenses have risen by over 50% in the last decade.
- This metric excludes government-run health and social programs.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This metric tracks the total operating expenses for businesses in the health care and social assistance industries in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data provides insights into the financial health and spending patterns of a critical sector of the U.S. economy, which is useful for policymakers and industry analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through quarterly surveys of U.S. businesses.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess the financial state of the health care sector and its potential impacts on the broader economy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: This data is updated quarterly with a short delay, and may exclude certain government-run health and social programs.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Total Expenses for Health Care and Social Assistance, All Establishments (EXP62ALLEST144QNSA), retrieved from FRED.